The third and final reading increasing utility rates in the City of Washington was approved with a vote of four. The changes include a 10% increase on water usage, a 5% increase on sewer usage, and a 3.5% increase on the monthly charge for sanitation. Water in Washington is $30 per month, plus $3.48 per 100 cubic feet of water used. The base rates for sewer and water did not increase. For solid waste collection the fee is $6 per month, stickers are $1.75 and annual stickers are $85.